Alex Murdaugh found guilty of murders of wife and son
Disgraced former attorney was convicted on all counts in the shooting deaths of his wife and son in South Carolina.
Latest News
More than 150,000 without power after storm hits Texas with heavy rain, tornadoes
Southern states were being hit by the same storm system that brought heavy snow and rain to California. It hit South with heavy rain and tornadoes.
EPA to require Norfolk Southern to test for dioxins at site of train derailment
Norfolk Southern will also be required to conduct a background study that compares dioxin levels around East Palestine, to dioxin levels in other areas not impacted by the Feb. 3 derailment, the EPA said.
Trump can be sued over Jan. 6 insurrection, Justice Department says
The former president is facing lawsuits filed by members of Congress and U.S. Capitol Police officers.
Walgreens says it won't sell abortion pills by mail in 20 states
The decision comes as a federal judge is set to rule on a lawsuit that seeks to restrict access to Mifepristone.
Dianne Feinstein hospitalized with shingles
"I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement.
Tennessee law bans gender-affirming care for trans youth, limits drag shows
Republican Gov. Bill Lee signed legislation banning minors from receiving gender-affirming care despite legal threats from civil rights organizations.
Study shows NFL players with concussion histories have reduced cognitive performance
The study, the largest of its kind, compared former players against men of the same age and found that players who had concussions during their NFL careers scored worse on assessments of episodic memory, attention, processing speed and vocabulary.
2 men killed and planned to eat a bald eagle in Nebraska, officials say
The two men shot the bald eagle with a rifle and were planning to cook and eat the bird, officials said.
More Top Stories
Some California regions now free of drought after recent rain and snow
While this is welcome news to residents, the U.S. Drought Monitor warns that the state is not in the clear when it comes to the water supply.
What to know about the recent close calls on airport runways
The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration have opened investigations on the recent incidents.
Meet the federal judge set to rule in the Texas abortion pill case
U.S. District Judge Matthew Kacsmaryk was nominated by former President Donald Trump and confirmed in a nearly party-line vote.
What to know after the guilty verdict in Alex Murdaugh trial
The former South Carolina attorney has been convicted of killing his wife, Maggie, and younger son, Paul.
Supreme Court requests more briefs in high-stakes elections dispute
The case involves a theory that would grant state legislatures near-exclusive power to set rules for federal elections.
House Ethics Committee opens investigation into Rep. George Santos
The committee will determine in part whether Santos engaged in unlawful activity during his 2022 congressional campaign.
Ford plans to resume production on its F-150 Lightning truck
The Michigan automaker spotted a battery issue with the truck in February, investigated the case, and now has a fix.
Case of "brain-eating amoeba" in Florida possibly linked to sinus rinse
Drinking tap water is not a threat, the area health department emphasized.
Maryland mayor arrested on child pornography charges
Patrick Wojahn was arrested Thursday in the city of College Park.
Managing Your Money
More
Should young people get life insurance?
Life insurance is beneficial for a wide swath of adults but is it worth it for young people?
Why you should open a CD now
If you're looking for a way to protect and grow your money then a CD may be worth opening now.
What to know about tax brackets
U.S. tax brackets saw slight changes for 2022. This is how it will impact your return.
Top Videos
CBS News Live
CBS News latest headlines
CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available free to everyone with access to the internet.
Murdaugh convicted of murdering wife, son
After deliberating for about three hours, a South Carolina jury found former attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife and son. Nikki Battiste has the latest on the verdict.
House Ethics Committee to investigate Santos
The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday that it is opening an investigation into Republican Rep. George Santos of New York, who has been accused of lying about his background and experience. Santos is already facing other local, state and federal investigations. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Residents demand answers on Ohio train derailment
Nearly one month after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, local residents remain worried and unsure about the effects the contamination will have on their community. Roxana Saberi reports.
Teachers trained to administer Narcan
As the U.S. continues to contend with a surge in accidental opioid deaths among teens -- some teachers are now being educated on the use of Narcan, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses. Christina Ruffini has more.
Live Channels
Find your local channelCBS News Live
CBS News latest headlines
CBS News Streaming Network is the premier 24/7 anchored streaming news service from CBS News and Stations, available free to everyone with access to the internet.
CBS News Baltimore: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News New York: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Los Angeles: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Bay Area: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Boston: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Chicago: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Colorado: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Detroit: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Miami: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Minnesota: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Philadelphia: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Pittsburgh: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Sacramento: Local News, Weather & More
CBS News Texas: Local News, Weather & More
MoneyWatch
More
Which college majors lead to the highest — and lowest — pay?
Some college grads could outearn their classmates by hundreds of thousands of dollars in the decades after graduation.
Most laid-off workers are quickly finding new jobs, survey shows
Losing your job hurts. But a tight labor market and low unemployment are cushioning the blow for many of those who get axed.
How long will it take to get your tax refund?
Americans are filing their taxes earlier this year. Here's what to know about the IRS' turnaround time on your refund.
Millions of Americans nearing retirement age with no savings
According to U.S. Census Bureau data, 50% of women and 47% of men between the ages of 55 and 66 have no retirement savings.
Hackers are targeting this iPhone feature — here's how to stay protected
Apple has released a series of security updates in recent years, but there are still some other steps you can take to protect your data.
CBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell
MoreCBS Evening News with Norah O'Donnell
Murdaugh found guilty of murdering wife, son
A jury in South Carolina found the disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul in 2021. Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report with the breaking news of the verdict.
Snowed-in Californians stranded in their homes
In the aftermath of two powerful back-to-back storms which pummeled California, many residents in mountain areas have been stranded in their homes for days because of the heavy snow. California Gov. Gavin Newsom has also declared a state of emergency. Jonathan Vigliotti reports.
House Ethics Committee to investigate Santos
The House Ethics Committee announced Thursday that it is opening an investigation into Republican Rep. George Santos of New York, who has been accused of lying about his background and experience. Santos is already facing other local, state and federal investigations. Caitlin Huey-Burns has more.
Teachers trained to administer Narcan
As the U.S. continues to contend with a surge in accidental opioid deaths among teens -- some teachers are now being educated on the use of Narcan, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses. Christina Ruffini has more.
Residents demand answers on Ohio train derailment
Nearly one month after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, local residents remain worried and unsure about the effects the contamination will have on their community. Roxana Saberi reports.
CBS Village — Diverse Voices & Communities
More
Cambridge's youngest-ever Black professor didn't speak until he was 11
Jason Arday couldn't read or write until he was 18 years old. Now he's reached the top of the academic world. Here's how, and what he's determined to do next.
LeVar Burton on new doc "The Right To Read"
"The Right To Read" executive producer LeVar Burton and director Jenny Mackenzie join "CBS Mornings" to discuss their new documentary about the literacy crisis in the U.S. and how there is a disconnect between the science and how kids are taught to read in schools.
Books to celebrate Women's History Month
To mark the start of Women's History Month, Amazon Books' editorial director Sarah Gelman joins "CBS Mornings" with her recommendations for great books by and about incredible women.
Marcel the Shell goes to the Oscars
Actor and comedian Jenny Slate discusses the success of her character Marcel the Shell. Her movie, "Marcel The Shell With Shoes On" is Oscar-nominated for Best Animated Feature Film.
Rugged wheelchairs help people outdoors
All Terrain Georgia, an initiative championed by quadruple amputee Aimee Copeland, recently introduced a fleet of wheelchairs specially equipped to navigate terrain too rugged for everyday chairs, making the state's parks and trails more accessible. Mark Strassmann reports.
Prime Time with John Dickerson
MorePrime Time with John Dickerson
EPA officials face outraged Ohio residents
Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, expressed their frustrations during a public meeting with EPA officials regarding the federal response to the toxic train derailment. CBS News' Lana Zak joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
House Ethics Committee to investigate Santos
The House Ethics Committee has opened a formal investigation into embattled Republican Rep. George Santos of New York over allegations that he has repeatedly lied about his experience and background. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns discussed the latest on the ongoing saga.
Trump supporters gather at CPAC
Many Republican leaders and voters have flocked to the Conservative Political Action Conference in Maryland, where former President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak Saturday night. However, many potential 2024 presidential candidates are notably absent from the convention. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro reports from day two of CPAC.
Former NTSB chair on runway close calls
There have been five "close call" incidents at American airports so far this year. Former National Transportation Safety Board chair Robert Sumwalt speaks with Prime Time host John Dickerson about how we got here.
Lawsuit claims dental device damaged patients' teeth
At least 20 patients are suing the maker of a dental device they claim damaged their mouths. CBS News partnered with Kaiser Health News for an exclusive investigation into their allegations. Anna Werner reports.
The Uplift — Stories That Inspire
More
Jimmy Carter has a long history with Habitat for Humanity
In 2019, Carter showed up to a build in Nashville, one day after he fell and received 14 stitches. His commitment to the organization goes back to the 1980s.
Bakery owner uses business to help others
Just a few years ago, Janie Deegan was homeless and recovering from addiction. She found peace in baking and decided to open her own bakery. Now, she uses that business, Janie's Life-Changing Baked Goods, to help others — with an "open door hiring policy."
Bakery owner has "open door hiring policy" to help others
Just a few short years ago, she was homeless and recovering from addiction. Baking helped change her life, so she's using it to help others.
UPS driver fixes family's American flag
A UPS driver in Greenville, South Carolina, went out of his way to fix a family's tangled American flag. Homeowner Nicole Lemmon said it was especially meaningful to see because the flag once belonged to the "heart of the family" – her father-in-law, a veteran who died in 2021. They put the flag out to honor him.
Flamingo flock born at Fort Worth Zoo
The Fort Worth Zoo welcomed a flock of 17 lesser flamingo chicks recently, which are more difficult to breed than other species. The young flamingo chicks are gray until they turn into their signature pink color.
CBS Reports
MoreCBS Reports
Black Twitter | CBS Reports
You may know the hashtags and the groundbreaking movements — #BlackLivesMatter, #OscarsSoWhite, #SayHerName — but now you'll get an inside look at where they were born: Black Twitter. CBS Reports interviews celebrities, influencers and thought leaders to chronicle the history of Black Twitter, how it has spread to other platforms like Instagram, LinkedIn and TikTok, and explore the social sphere where Black people started a community and ended up creating a pop culture juggernaut and driver of social justice.
Campaign of Deceit | CBS Reports
Since the day George Santos announced his bid for a seat in Congress, much of what he’s said about his life and career has proven to be false. So who is George Santos? CBS Reports follows his unlikely path from a basement in Queens to seaside Brazil to Long Island’s wealthiest suburbs – unwinding a campaign of deceit that delivered him to the loftiest halls of power in Washington.
Elon Musk, Inc. | CBS Reports
Elon Musk has built a reputation for changing the game by ignoring the rules, and his recent acquisition of Twitter is no different. Is the turbulent Twitter buyout just the next chapter in Elon Musk’s odds-defying story? CBS Reports peels back the layers on the high-stakes and high-rewards journey of one of the most polarizing and influential people of our time.
Guns in the Classroom | CBS Reports
As America grapples with the crisis of school shootings, solutions to school safety seem to divide into two sides — more restrictions or more guns. While victims’ families and survivors in largely conservative and pro-gun Texas now fight for gun control, others across the state are choosing to fortify schools by arming their children’s teachers.
A New Conservative Alliance | CBS Reports
A segment of American conservatives has found inspiration in the success of the conservative cultural movement in Hungary. CPAC, the American Conservative Political Action Committee, is extolling President Viktor Orban's anti-LGBTQ and nativist policies as the way forward for the United States. CBS Reports explores what the emerging alliance means for some U.S. conservatives' vision for America.
CBS Essentials — Your Online Shopping Guide
More
CBS Mornings Deals: This power station is 40% off
These top-rated products are on sale now.
How to watch 'The Mandalorian' Season 3: What's new on Disney Plus this month
"The Mandalorian" is finally back. Here's how to catch up with your favorite intergalactic bounty hunter.
Best laptops under $500
Explore the best budget laptops of 2023, including Chromebooks, gaming laptops and more under $500.
U.S.
More U.S.
2 men killed and planned to eat a bald eagle in Nebraska, officials say
The two men shot the bald eagle with a rifle and were planning to cook and eat the bird, officials said.
Some California regions now free of drought after recent rain and snow
While this is welcome news to residents, the U.S. Drought Monitor warns that the state is not in the clear when it comes to the water supply.
Walgreens says it won't sell abortion pills by mail in 20 states
The decision comes as a federal judge is set to rule on a lawsuit that seeks to restrict access to Mifepristone.
More than 150,000 without power after storm hits Texas
Southern states were being hit by the same storm system that brought heavy snow and rain to California. It hit South with heavy rain and tornadoes.
What to know about the recent close calls on airport runways
The National Transportation Safety Board and Federal Aviation Administration have opened investigations on the recent incidents.
MoneyWatch
More MoneyWatch
How long will it take to get your tax refund?
Americans are filing their taxes earlier this year. Here's what to know about the IRS' turnaround time on your refund.
Ford plans to resume production on its F-150 Lightning truck
The Michigan automaker spotted a battery issue with the truck in February, investigated the case, and now has a fix.
Most laid-off workers are quickly finding new jobs, survey shows
Losing your job hurts. But a tight labor market and low unemployment are cushioning the blow for many of those who get axed.
More Americans are choosing to work part-time
Slowly but surely, old norms around the workweek are falling by the wayside.
Motorists fear self-driving cars, AAA says
A new survey suggests drivers are losing trust in autonomous vehicles from Tesla and other automakers.
Politics
More Politics
Dianne Feinstein hospitalized with shingles
"I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement.
Tennessee law bans gender-affirming care for trans youth, limits drag shows
Republican Gov. Bill Lee signed legislation banning minors from receiving gender-affirming care despite legal threats from civil rights organizations.
Supreme Court requests more briefs in high-stakes elections dispute
The case involves a theory that would grant state legislatures near-exclusive power to set rules for federal elections.
Ocasio-Cortez may have accepted improper gifts for Met Gala, ethics office found
The congresswoman is accused of not paying for her dress rental and other services associated with the gala until a review was launched.
Some top 2024 Republican candidates are skipping CPAC this year
The Conservative Political Action Conference isn't the must-attend event it once was for GOP candidates.
Health
More Health
Teachers learn to administer Narcan amid opioid crisis
Fatal overdoses in teens ages 14 to 18 jumped 123% from 2019 to 2021, according to data from the CDC.
Teachers trained to administer Narcan
As the U.S. continues to contend with a surge in accidental opioid deaths among teens -- some teachers are now being educated on the use of Narcan, a drug that reverses opioid overdoses. Christina Ruffini has more.
Residents demand answers on Ohio train derailment
Nearly one month after a train carrying toxic chemicals derailed near East Palestine, Ohio, local residents remain worried and unsure about the effects the contamination will have on their community. Roxana Saberi reports.
Dianne Feinstein hospitalized with shingles
"I hope to return to the Senate later this month," the retiring senator said in a statement.
Case of "brain-eating amoeba" in Florida possibly linked to sinus rinse
Drinking tap water is not a threat, the area health department emphasized.
World
More World
New moai statue found in Easter Island volcano crater
The statue was found by a team of scientific volunteers collaborating on a project to restore the marshland in the crater of the Rano Raraku volcano.
Video shows deadly Greek train crash as station boss admits "error"
A government spokesman says he believes a station master "confessed" to a mistake that may have led to the tragedy that has claimed almost 60 lives.
Cambridge's youngest-ever Black professor didn't speak until he was 11
Jason Arday couldn't read or write until he was 18 years old. Now he's reached the top of the academic world. Here's how, and what he's determined to do next.
Cosmic rays reveal corridor hidden in Egypt's Great Pyramid of Giza
One famed Egyptologist tells CBS News he believes there's "something important underneath the corridor," as the 4,500-year-old pyramid clings to its secrets.
20 injured by turbulence aboard Germany to Mauritius flight
Several people have been injured in turbulence during a flight from Frankfurt to Mauritius.
Entertainment
More Entertainment
Entertainment
Wayne Shorter, influential jazz legend, dies at 89
Wayne Shorter, one of the most influential jazz musicians of his generation, has died at the age of 89. Shorter, a 13-time Grammy winner, was a saxophone innovator who played with the likes of Miles Davis and Art Blakey.
Ocasio-Cortez may have accepted improper gifts for Met Gala, ethics office found
The congresswoman is accused of not paying for her dress rental and other services associated with the gala until a review was launched.
Jazz legend Wayne Shorter dies at 89
Shorter, a tenor saxophonist, was a foundational member of two of the most seminal jazz groups: Art Blakey's Jazz Messengers and the Miles Davis Quintet.
Dierks Bentley is out with his 10th studio album
The country music star's career took off in 2003 when he hit No. 1 with his debut single, "What Was I Thinkin.'"
Ed Sheeran reveals wife was diagnosed with tumor while pregnant
Sheeran said that he had been working on his latest album "Subtract" for a decade, but events that unfolded in 2022 changed his life, mental health and the way he viewed music and art.
Technology
More Technology
Motorists fear self-driving cars, AAA says
A new survey suggests drivers are losing trust in autonomous vehicles from Tesla and other automakers.
Unsettling conversation with Bing's AI chatbot
New York Times tech columnist Kevin Roose joins CBS News' Errol Barnett and Elaine Quijano to discuss a recent conversation he had with Bing's new artificial intelligence-powered chatbot and why it left him "deeply unsettled."
Smart home security tips for personal and cyber protection
ZDNet Editor-in-Chief Jason Hiner explains best practices for setup and success of smart home security systems.
TikTok to set 1-hour time limit for minors
TikTok has announced that it will implement a one-hour time limit for users under the age of 18. Under the new restrictions, kids and teens would have to enter a passcode to continue scrolling. Axios senior business reporter Hope King joins CBS News' Anne-Marie Green and Vlad Duthiers to discuss.
TikTok to set daily time limit for kids
The popular social media app TikTok announced it will roll out a 60-minute daily limit for all users under the age of 18. Sara Morrison, a senior reporter for Vox, joins CBS News to discuss.
Science
More Science
Cosmic rays reveal corridor hidden in Egypt's Great Pyramid of Giza
One famed Egyptologist tells CBS News he believes there's "something important underneath the corridor," as the 4,500-year-old pyramid clings to its secrets.
Flying bug found at Walmart turns out to be rare Jurassic-era insect
The giant bug was found during a trip to Walmart in 2012: "I put it in my hand and did the rest of my shopping with it between my fingers. I got home...and promptly forgot about it for almost a decade."
How a psych professor became "TikTok famous"
San Diego psychology professor Dr. Inna Kanevsky gained TikTok fame by debunking mental health misinformation on the popular social media platform. She now has more than a million followers as she fights to make content creators stick to scientific facts.
Energy Department report on COVID's origins rekindles ongoing debate
A new classified report concluded with "low confidence" that it is plausible the COVID-19 pandemic originated from a laboratory leak in Wuhan, China.
SpaceX set to launch four-man crew to ISS
A SpaceX rocket is set to launch a four-man crew to the International Space Station early Monday. Mark Strassmann has more.
Crime
More Crime
What to know after the guilty verdict in Alex Murdaugh trial
The former South Carolina attorney has been convicted of killing his wife, Maggie, and younger son, Paul.
Murdaugh found guilty of murdering wife, son
A jury in South Carolina found the disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul in 2021. Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report with the breaking news of the verdict. Read more here.
Alex Murdaugh found guilty of murders of wife and son
Disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh was convicted on all counts in the shooting deaths of his wife and son in South Carolina.
Gun seized from Idaho suspect's parents' home
Investigators found a gun, knife and masks at the family home of Bryan Kohberger, the man charged with murdering four University of Idaho students last November, according to court documents unsealed Thursday.
Murdaugh murder trial now in jury's hands
Former attorney Alex Murdaugh's fate is in the hands of the jury, as arguments conclude in double murder trial. CBS News' Errol Barnett speaks with CBS News national correspondent Nikki Battiste about the South Carolina man who pleaded not guilty to killing his wife and son.
Space
More Space
Space
SpaceX launches crew to space station
SpaceX successfully launched a Falcon 9 rocket carrying four astronauts to work on the International Space Station. CBS News space analyst Bill Harwood joined CBS News to discuss why the launch had been delayed, the importance of international coordination on space travel, and how SpaceX has changed the landscape.
SpaceX launches new crew to space station
The four Crew Dragon fliers will replace another crew that will be wrapping up a 154-day stay in orbit.
NASA clears SpaceX Crew Dragon fliers for delayed launch to space station
The rescheduled launch of a four-man crew kicks off a 24-hour rendezvous with the space station.
SpaceX launches second-generation Starlink internet satellites
The second-generation V2 Mini satellites are four times more powerful than previously launched Starlinks, SpaceX said.
SpaceX launch scrubbed at last minute
Monday's scheduled SpaceX launch to send a four-man crew to the International Space Station was canceled at the last minute due to a problem with the ignition fuel. The next launch attempt is set for early Thursday.
Latest Galleries
More Latest Galleries
Michelle Renee case evidence: Kidnapped and threatened with dynamite
A look into the evidence from the 2000 hostage situation and bank robbery that changed a mother and daughter's lives.
65th Grammy Awards - Red Carpet
The Grammys will be broadcast live from Los Angeles, starting at 8 p.m. ET Sunday, on CBS television stations and will stream live and on-demand on Paramount+.
Notable Deaths in 2023
A look back at the esteemed personalities who've left us this year, who'd touched us with their innovation, creativity and humanity.
Matthew Trussler murder: Inside the case
Matthew Trussler was found dead at the home he shared with his fiancée Melissa Turner. See the evidence that led to authorities piecing together his death.
The Circleville letters: You've got hate mail
An anonymous letter writer terrorizes a small town, threatening to expose their rumored dark secrets.
Latest Videos
More Latest Videos
Latest Videos
EPA officials face outraged Ohio residents
Residents of East Palestine, Ohio, expressed their frustrations during a public meeting with EPA officials regarding the federal response to the toxic train derailment. CBS News' Lana Zak joins John Dickerson on "Prime Time" to discuss.
House Ethics Committee to investigate Santos
The House Ethics Committee has opened a formal investigation into embattled Republican Rep. George Santos of New York over allegations that he has repeatedly lied about his experience and background. CBS News political correspondent Caitlin Huey-Burns discussed the latest on the ongoing saga.
Trump supporters gather at CPAC
Many Republican leaders and voters have flocked to the Conservative Political Action Conference in Maryland, where former President Donald Trump is scheduled to speak Saturday night. However, many potential 2024 presidential candidates are notably absent from the convention. CBS News political reporter Aaron Navarro reports from day two of CPAC.
Former NTSB chair on runway close calls
There have been five "close call" incidents at American airports so far this year. Former National Transportation Safety Board chair Robert Sumwalt speaks with Prime Time host John Dickerson about how we got here.
Murdaugh found guilty of murdering wife, son
A jury in South Carolina found the disgraced former attorney Alex Murdaugh guilty of murdering his wife Maggie and son Paul in 2021. Norah O'Donnell anchors this CBS News Special Report with the breaking news of the verdict. Read more here.